Quinn Designs a New Tablet Computer,which He Names "Phlip Top

question 29

Multiple Choice

Quinn designs a new tablet computer,which he names "Phlip Top." He also writes the operating manual that is included with each final product. Quinn could obtain patent protection for

• A)the tablet.
• B)all of the choices.
• C)the name.
• D)the operating manual.

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